Silver cake boards
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Silver cake boards give every cake a festive shine and have always been a classic in patisseries. The silver border frames the cake elegantly, reflects the light and makes fondant, buttercream and fruit look particularly refined. Silver wedding anniversary, christening, confirmation, Christmas dinner or a milestone birthday: a silver base suits almost any occasion and goes well with white, pastels, blue or rich berry shades. Thin boards are light, save space and work both as a visible base and as a hidden layer in tiered cakes.
Silver cake boards in many sizes
The range includes thin silver cake boards from 10 to 35 cm, for example with 12.5, 15, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25, 27.5, 30.5, 33 and 35 cm diameter. A second line of round silver cake boards offers sizes such as 10, 12.7, 15.2, 17.8, 20.3, 22.8, 25.5, 28 and 35.5 cm, which correspond to common inch sizes and therefore fit American-style cake tins perfectly. For very large cakes there is a round silver cake base with Ø 30.5 cm and a round silver card base with Ø 40.5 cm. There are also thin silver/gold cake boards in 20, 26, 30 and 36 cm, letting you choose between two metallic looks.
Ideas for festive cakes
- Silver weddings and anniversaries: a white cake with silver sugar pearls and a fondant number looks especially harmonious on a silver board.
- Winter and Christmas: snowflakes, stars and ice-blue accents stand out on silver, ideal for Christmas cakes or a Frozen-themed cake.
- Christening, communion and confirmation: soft light blue, pink or white with silver details looks solemn yet understated.
- Weddings: on multi-tier wedding cakes, a silver base gives a shiny finish at the foot of the cake.
- Parties and New Year's Eve: glitter, confetti and black-and-silver decorations create a glamorous look.
- Stylish birthdays: for a 40th or 60th birthday, a dark chocolate cake with silver accents looks particularly elegant on the shiny board.
Tips for use
- Right size: as a visible base, the silver board can be 2 to 5 cm larger than the cake so that a shiny border remains. As a hidden layer, choose exactly the cake diameter.
- Make use of inch sizes: if you bake with tins in inches, choose 15.2, 20.3 or 25.5 cm, which match 6, 8 or 10 inches exactly.
- Work cleanly: before serving, dab fingerprints and buttercream marks off the silver with dry kitchen paper.
- Secure well: a little buttercream or ganache under the first sponge layer holds the cake in place.
Combining with other colours
Silver looks cool and elegant and goes with white, grey, blue, lilac and rosé. For a classic wedding cake, place the bottom tier on a large silver base and put thin boards in the exact diameter under the upper tiers. If you want to mix silver and gold, the silver/gold boards offer an elegant solution. On a dessert table, cakes, cupcakes and small bakes on silver boards of different sizes create a coordinated overall look.
Buying guide: what to look out for
Measure the diameter of your tin or finished cake and decide whether the board should be visible or not. For heavy multi-tier cakes, a thin board alone is not meant as the base: put the bottom tier on a sturdy base and use the thin silver boards for the tiers above. Check whether you bake in centimetres or inches so that board and cake match exactly. For very large cakes up to around 35 cm, the base with Ø 40.5 cm is a good choice. If you bake regularly, keep a few standard sizes such as 20, 25 and 30 cm in stock. Finally, check that the board fits into the cake box you plan to use.
Frequently asked questions about silver cake boards
Which sizes are available?
Thin silver cake boards range from 10 to 35 cm, plus a round base with Ø 30.5 cm and a large card base with Ø 40.5 cm.
Why are there sizes like 20.3 or 25.5 cm?
These measurements correspond to inch sizes, for example 8 or 10 inches, and are ideal for tins sized in inches.
Can I use silver boards in tiered cakes?
Yes, as a hidden layer for the upper tiers. The bottom tier is best placed on a thick, sturdy base.
Are there silver and gold boards?
Yes, the thin silver/gold cake boards are available in 20, 26, 30 and 36 cm.
How do I stop the cake from sliding on the smooth board?
Before placing the cake, spread a little buttercream, ganache or melted chocolate on the board. After a short chill the cake sticks well and can be carried safely.
You will find more thin boards in Thin cake boards and boxes for safe transport in Boards & boxes. For festive creations, take a look at our pie and dessert recipes.